Description: The monthly meeting will feature Talbert Black from the Campaign for Liberty as the guest speaker. He will present an update on the current State Legislative session. An informal “Patriots Pre-Meeting” begins at 6 p.m. Attendees who wish to have dinner and socialize prior to the meeting are encouraged to arrive by 5 p.m. Bluffton Tea Party meetings are open to the public.

Give blood

When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Thursday

Where: Christ Lutheran Church, 829 William Hilton Parkway

Starship in Newberry

When: 8 p.m. Thursday

Where: Newberry Opera House, 1201 McKibben St., Newberry

Description: Starship with Mickey Thomas will cruise on into the Newberry Opera House for one show only. Thomas made his mark in 1976 as lead vocalist on the mega-hit “Fooled Around and Fell in Love” with The Elvin Bishop Band. Mickey joined Jefferson Starship in the late ‘70s.

Description: Relive those days pictured in your “High School Yearbook” with Sun City’s expert hoofers as they tap, clog, swing and jazz their way across the stage.

Details: All seats are $15 and the show is open to the public. The box office at Magnolia Hall will from 10 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays and one hour before curtain. Call Vince Taylor at 707-7707 to reserve tickets.

Community First yard sale

When: 8 a.m-3 p.m. Saturday

Where: Beside the Levy fire station at 2693 Levy Road, Hardeeville.

Description: All profits will go to the Community First programs. Table rentals are available to the public for $10. Volunteers are also needed for tutoring math and English, and to help with the youth groups.

Details: Call Pastor Pearla Harvey at 298-0026.

Mafia don to hold court

When: 6-8 p.m. Saturday

Where: Port Royal Pasta Company, 1430 Ribaut Road, Port Royal

Description: Come enjoy Happy Hour with the “Don” — Don De Luca, the protagonist of Guy J. Tirondola’s debut novel, “The Accidental Don: A Man Caught Between Two Identities.” Guy’s grandfather, Joe Malizia, inspired the creation of Don De Luca. “Papa Joe” owned the legendary Joe’s Spaghetti House which occupied the same building that currently houses the Port Royal Pasta Company, and is the setting for the novel. The “Don” will be accompanied by Tim Johnston, author, editor of Short Story America, who will be selling the Short Story America Anthology. Both books are available on Amazon.com.

Description: “Evita” is the riveting true-life story of Eva Peron, who rose above childhood poverty and a scandalous past to achieve unimaginable fortune and fame. Despite widespread controversy, her passion changed a nation forever.

Details: Tickets are $20 and can be charged. Reserve seating can be purchased from April 16-May 25 by calling the box office at 843-815-5581. Box office hours are 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday-Friday. Show opens at 8 p.m. May 11. Performances are 8 p.m. May 12, 18, 19, 26, 27; Sunday matinee is at 3 p.m. May 13, 20, 28. Go to mayrivertheatre.com or call the home office at 843-837-7795.

Community Alliance for Smarter Choices

When: 6:30 p.m. April 18

Where: Palmetto Electric Community Room on Hilton Head (Mathews Drive)

Description: Community Alliance for Smarter Choices is a community group organized to engage, inspire and educate our community about alcohol, drug and nicotine use by minors. The meetings are open to the public and parents. Community leaders for other area organizations are invited to become part of this community-wide organization.

Description: The speaker will be Barbara James, fabric artist. Her topic will be ‘Add mystery and depth to quilts through use of hand-dyed and printed fabrics.’

Details: For details call Sharon Kimber at 838-2870.

Poetry Slam at the library

When: 1-4 p.m. April 21

Where: Beaufort Branch of The Beaufort County Public Library, 311 Scott St.

Description: A poetry slam will be held for Beaufort County teens.

Details: Call Bill Corder at 225-6469.

Sea Island Quilters Workshop

When: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. April 21

Where:

Description: The SIQ will have a workshop open to the public by fiber artist, Jeanne Flanagan. Participants will learn fabric dying, fabric folding techniques and go home with five yards of fabric with their very own chosen colors.

Details: The cost is $60. For details contact Trudy Flanagan at 843-838-7166.

Description: Bring old jewelry, silver, paintings, china, any antiques to be appraised at the event hosted by the Sisterhood of Temple Oseh Shalom.

Details: Admission is $10, which includes the appraisal of three items and three lectures by the appraisers. Those wishing to only attend the lectures may do so for a fee of $3 per person. Refreshments will be served. Call 843-705-9266.

Concert For Organ and Instruments

When: 4 p.m. April 22

Where: All Saints Episcopal Church, 3001 Meeting St., off Main Street, Hilton Head

Description: All Saints’ Organist and Choirmaster Steven Branyon will be joined by a select group of musicians in performing works of Richard Strauss, Anderson, von Paradis, and Hovhaness. In addition to the church’s new Walker organ, other instruments to be included will be brass, flute, oboe, violin and harp.

Details: There is no charge for this event. Call 681-8333 for more information.

Bill Verity Cup Pro-Am Charity Golf Tournament

When: Shotgun start at 1 p.m. April 23

Where: Sanctuary Golf Club, 8 Waveland Ave., Cat Island, Beaufort

Description: The seventh annual tournament honors the late U.S. Secretary of Commerce and supporter of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Beaufort Area. Proceeds will benefit the clubs of the Beaufort Area.

Details: Entry fee is $150 per amateur or $600 per team, which consist of four players and a pro. Hole sign sponsorships are still available for $150 per sign. Registration and sponsorships are still available. Call Liz Vallino at 843-379-5430, ext. 233.

2012 Hilton Head Island Seafood Fest

When: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. April 28

Where: Shelter Cove Community park

Description: The fifth annual Hilton Head Island Seafood Fest is sponsored by the David M. Carmines Memorial Foundation benefits the American Cancer Society, the M.D. Anderson Cancer Research Center and the Island Recreation Scholarship Fund. The Seafood Fest will feature more than a dozen area restaurants dishing up their local and regional seafood specialties and other tasty dishes, as well as an “Iron Chef”-style competition, local artists showcasing their talents, live entertainment and a silent auction. Participating restaurants include: Alexander’s, Black Marlin, Bluffton Oyster Co., The Chart House, The Crazy Crab, Hudson’s Seafood House on the Docks, L’Woods, The Old Oyster Factory, Red Fish, Steamers Seafood, Street Meet and Wreck of the Salty Dog, among others.

Details: Admission is $5 for adults and free for kids younger than 12. For additional information please visit davidmcarmines.org, or call 843-681-2772, ext. 137. To sign up for the “Iron Chef”-style competition, please call Andrew Carmines at 843-681-2772, ext. 137 or 843-422-6331.

7th annual American Pie

When: 7 p.m. April 26-27

Where: Hilton Head Island High School Visual Performing Arts Center

Description: HHIHS students and faculty present their annual rock concert, “A Slice of American Pie!” Students and teachers will perform songs in the theme of “Name That Tune,” or songs with names. All proceeds benefit Relay For Life.

Relay For Life Hilton Head

When: 6 p.m. May 4

Where: Island Rec Center, 20 Wilborn Road, Hilton Head

Description: Community festival to support Relay For Life and the American Cancer Society.

Description: Princess Warriors will host “Blueprint for Victory — Be Holy as God is Holy” with three speakers and a praise band. Speakers are Melissa Jones, Jeannie Lyles and The Rev. Martha M. Horn. Lunch will be served and childcare is available upon request. There will be collection of food items for HOOT bags. HOOT bags benefit local children by providing extra food through the weekend.

Details: Tickets are $20 a person or a table for $140 (seats 8). Call 843-338-9000.

The Hilton Head Shore Notes

When: 7 p.m. May 7

Where: Island Lutheran Church, 4400 Main St., Hilton Head

Description: The 4-part a cappella harmony women’s chorus is hosting amembership drive. Prospective members need not read music, which is learned on CD’s or tapes. If you’re looking for your inner diva, come hear what we’re all about!

Description: “Evita” is the riveting true-life story of Eva Peron, who rose above childhood poverty and a scandalous past to achieve unimaginable fortune and fame. Despite widespread controversy, her passion changed a nation forever.

Details: Tickets are $20 and can be charged. Reserve seating can be purchased from April 16-May 25 by calling the box office at 843-815-5581. Box office hours are 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Monday-Friday. Other evening performances will be at 8 p.m. May 12, 18, 19, 26, 27; Sunday matinee performances will be at 3 p.m. May 13, 20, 28. Go to www.mayrivertheatre.com or call the home office at 843-837-7795.

Grooving with the Beatniks on Paris Avenue

When: 6:30 p.m. May 12

Where:

Description: The GrooveTones, a South Carolina blues/rock outfit has been tearing things up. The band’s ace in the hole is guitarist Bill Luebke, who has been playing for 45 years and has a frightening mastery of the heavy-bending Stevie Ray Vaughan sound. Bassist Tony Reyes has a throat-shredding Texas blues vocal style, veteran drummer Greg Gresham was schooled in big band and jazz fusion, which gives his groove-laying, heart-skipping beats a heavily syncopated and funky edge.

Details: The concert series is produced by ARTworks and is free. Bring your chairs and dancing shoes. The rain location is The Shed, adjacent to the street venue, in Old Village Port Royal. For more information, contact ARTworks at 843-279-2787, www.ArtWorksInBeaufort.org.

Artist Showcase 2012

When: Noon-8 p.m. May 25; 10 a.m.-6 p.m. May 26

Where: Sea Island Best Western, Beaufort

Description: The Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce is hosting the 10th annual showcase featuring local and visiting artists as well as live entertainment by recording artist Mahoganee during a free reception from 5-7 p.m. May 25. Exhibitors will include Hank D. Herring,

Details: Go to www.bcbcc.org, on Twitter @BeaufortBlack or the Facebook page Beaufort County Black Chamber of Commerce.

Grooving with the Beatniks on Paris Avenue

When: 6:30 p.m. May 26

Where: Paris Avenue, Old Village Port Royal

Description: Angela Easterling and The Beguilers — Angela Easterling was raised in the South Carolina foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains and her debut album, “Earning Her Wings” was chosen as “Americana Pick of the Year” by Smart Choice Music. Her second album, “BlackTop Road”, produced by Will Kimbrough, was released in July ‘09, landing in the top 5 for adds to the Americana radio charts and debuting on the Americana top 40 chart in September, where it remained for 7 weeks. She was selected for an official Americana Convention Showcase and also named a 2009 & 2010 Kerrville New Folk Finalist and a 2011 Telluride Troubadour.

Details: The concert series is produced by ARTworks and is free. Bring your chairs and dancing shoes. The rain location is The Shed, adjacent to the street venue, in Old Village Port Royal. For more information, contact ARTworks at 843-279-2787, www.ArtWorksInBeaufort.org.

Beaufort Beauties

When: 7:30 p.m. May 31

Where: The Shed of Port Royal, Port Royal

Description: Main Street Beaufort will host the third annual Beaufort Beauties fundraiser to benefit Main Street Beaufort, USA, Lions Club of Beaufort, Thumbs Up and Friends of Caroline Hospice on Saturday. Doors open at 7 p.m.

Details: Tickets are available at Main Street Beaufort at 525-6644 or 101 West Street Extension, Beaufort.

Grooving with the Beatniks on Paris Avenue

When: 6:30 p.m. June 9

Where: Paris Avenue, Old Village Port Royal

Description: Havana Son — Cuban native Rene Herrera is a seasoned veteran of Cuban symphonies and bands, recording artist, and accomplished composer and arranger. His wife and partner Lillian Herrera uses her background in classical music in concert with her Cuban roots to create an intoxicating and soulful sound of her own. Havana Son plays authentic Latin rhythms such as Salsa, Merengue, Son, Cha Cha, and Boleros in traditional and modern styles the way you would hear them in their respective countries.

Details: The concert series is produced by ARTworks and is free. Bring your chairs and dancing shoes. The rain location is The Shed, adjacent to the street venue, in Old Village Port Royal. For more information, contact ARTworks at 843-279-2787, www.ArtWorksInBeaufort.org.

Details: The concert series is produced by ARTworks and is free. Bring your chairs and dancing shoes. The rain location is The Shed, adjacent to the street venue, in Old Village Port Royal. For more information, contact ARTworks at 843-279-2787, www.ArtWorksInBeaufort.org.

ONGOING EVENTS

Community First Inc.

When: Through March

Where: 1215 May River Road, Bluffton

Description: Community First Inc. is accepting applications for Power Girls and Wise Guys, youth groups for ages 7-16.

Description: Enjoy a one-hour guided tour through the freshwater lakes of the Sea Pines Forest Preserve and an up-close view of Hilton Head Island’s indigenous plant and animal life, including the American alligator.

Details: Reservations are required and may be made by calling 686-5323. Cost is $22 per adult, $19 per child 12 and younger. Go to www.seapines.com.

Description: Beaufort-Jasper Flotilla 070-10-01 welcomes new members. Learn how to help keep the waters safe by assisting the U.S. Coast Guard in various inspections, courses and search and rescue missions.

Description: Tidewater Hospice and Summit Place have joined together to offer a weekly bereavement group. This free forum will provide help to people who have experienced a loss and would like support and information associated with grief and bereavement.